Forgery under California Penal Code Section 470 involves signing someone else's name, counterfeiting a seal, or falsifying a document with the intent to defraud. Forgery is a wobbler offense that can be charged as either a misdemeanor or a felony.
A misdemeanor forgery conviction carries up to one year in county jail, while a felony conviction can result in up to three years in state prison. The severity of the charge often depends on the value of the forged document and the defendant's criminal history.
Attorney Cocis defends clients against forgery charges by challenging the prosecution's evidence of intent to defraud, questioning handwriting analysis, and presenting evidence that the defendant had authorization to sign the document.
If you are facing forgery charges, contact our office for a free consultation. Attorney Cocis will review the evidence and develop a defense strategy tailored to your case.